Library Technician - Technical Services

Temple, TX, USA Req #339

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

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Summary

Creates, enhances, and maintains bibliographic and authority records for a wide range of collections materials in various formats. Catalogs library materials for multiple collections and enters data into the Integrated Library System (ILS).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Adds or modifies bibliographic data and information in database
Creates new, descriptive catalog records
Creates records applying standards and assigns call numbers using Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system
Codes, classifies, and catalogs books, publications, films, audiovisual aids, and other library materials based on subject matter or standard library classification systems.
Determines and assigns proper classification and call numbers to library materials, prepares items with barcodes and property stamps, and adds information to ILS
Maintains current collections: mends, repairs, restores materials, and updates information in ILS
Coordinates with other departments to withdraw old / outdated / worn materials; delete records, etc.
Inventories collections as directed and runs reports on lost / missing items; updates collections and database and makes necessary corrections
Weeds and withdraws materials as needed
Follows the city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
Two years of library experience
Ability to type a minimum of 30 wpm

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or related field
One year of experience as a cataloger in a public library

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Other details

Job Family General Regular
Job Function 15 - Other
Pay Type Hourly
Min Hiring Rate $16.07
Max Hiring Rate $18.00

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Temple, TX, USA